CERES TAG Earns SBD's Secure Connected Device Accreditation, Reinforcing Commitment to Livestock Security and Rural Crime Prevention
CERES TAG, the world’s first direct-to-satellite animal monitoring platform, has been awarded the prestigious Secured by Design (SBD) Secure Connected Device (SCD) accreditation.
This endorsement, part of an official UK police initiative, recognises Internet of Things (IoT) products that have achieved the appropriate and relevant IoT standards and certification, meaning stringent steps have been taken to protect consumers and reduce vulnerability to cyber security attacks. SBD’s aim is to help ‘design out’ crime by using high-quality, innovative products and processes. It is the only way for products and companies to obtain formal police recognition in the United Kingdom.
In achieving SCD accreditation, CERES TAG reinforces its commitment to safeguarding data, livestock, and critical assets in rural and remote operations across agriculture, biosecurity, law enforcement, and conservation. Both the RANCH and RANCHER products underwent rigorous independent IoT testing and design evaluation to meet the criteria required for SCD accreditation, as well as the IASME IoT Cyber Assurance Level 2 certification.
Secured by Design aims to reduce both the risk and fear of crime through intelligent design and stringent product standards. CERES TAG’s satellite-enabled devices deliver real-time data on animal movement, behaviour, and environmental conditions, without the need for on-ground infrastructure. While the technology is widely recognised for advancing herd health and management, it has also become a powerful deterrent against livestock theft. By identifying unusual animal activity and supporting faster response, CERES TAG provides a new layer of security and peace of mind for producers managing valuable livestock in rural and remote operations.
“Earning Secured by Design SCD accreditation reflects the strength and reliability of our system and our commitment to delivering high-quality, secure solutions to producers around the world,” said David Smith, Founder and CEO of CERES TAG. “We know that livestock are among the most valuable assets in rural operations. This recognition confirms that our technology is also one of the strongest defences available to protect them.”
As livestock theft and rural crime become more sophisticated, tools like CERES TAG offer critical peace of mind. The accreditation strengthens the company’s reputation with producers, law enforcement, and rural institutions by validating the reliability and preventative power of the system.
“Our goal has always been to deliver timely, trustworthy insights that empower producers and safeguard their operations,” added Smith. “This accreditation confirms that we are delivering on that commitment.”
For more information about CERES TAG and its innovative solutions, visit cerestag.com, or on their dedicated SBD member page.
About CERES TAG
Founded in Brisbane QLD, but now operating globally, CERES TAG is the leading global animal health intelligence company that has redefined herd management. The advanced technology platform provides direct to satellite smart ear tags that deliver real-time insights into livestock location, behaviour and environmental impact. The company supports producers across the globe in traceability, productivity and sustainable land management. | cerestag.com
About Secured by Design
Secured by Design (SBD) is the official police security initiative that works to improve the security of buildings and their immediate surroundings. Founded in 1989 and operated by Police Crime Prevention Initiatives (Police CPI) - a police-owned organisation - Secured by Design is focused on ‘designing out crime’ by encouraging the use of security-minded design principles and rigorously tested, police-preferred products. | securedbydesign.com
About the Secure Connected Device Accreditation
As life and business in the 21st century has become increasingly reliant on being connected to the internet, we have seen an increase in products known as Internet of Things (IoT), which includes, but is not limited to, doorbells, smart locks, lightbulbs and voice assistants (Alexa, Siri).
The SCD scheme highlights products that have achieved the appropriate IoT standards/certifications, helping manufacturers comply with government legislation around the security of their products and keeping users safe by giving them more informed choices when buying such devices. Find out more about the Internet of things and the Secure Connected Devices accreditation.